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‘We all have the right to choose’: Guatemalans in US will help select next president

LOS ANGELES — Four years ago, when Alejandro Giammattei was elected president of Guatemala, immigrants living in the United States were able to vote for the first time. In that experimental election, 734 votes were counted among the four polling stations that were installed in Los Angeles, Houston, New York…

Los Angeles Times

Report: Texans, OT Laremy Tunsil Agree to Massive Extension

The Houston tackle is once again the NFL’s highest-paid offensive lineman.

Sports Illustrated

Auburn had one of the worst shooting halves imaginable in loss to Houston

Auburn watched a halftime lead over No. 1-seed Houston evaporate in the second half thanks to an absolutely brutal shooting performance.

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Tejano musician Fito Olivares dies at 75

The noted saxophonist, known for songs that were wedding and quinceañera mainstays including the hit "Juana La Cubana," died in Houston. He started playing professionally in his teens.

WEKU

Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. enjoys ‘special moment’ of game winner

“I felt like I was in a video game,” #Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. says. “It was crazy. It was like I didn’t see anybody else. The gym went blank; it was just me and him.”

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Tejano musician Fito Olivares dies in Houston at 75

Tejano musician Fito Olivares, known for songs that were wedding and quinceanera mainstays including the hit “Juana La Cubana,” has died

The Independent UK

To tackle high housing costs, Texas lawmakers push to build more homes

Housing advocates, builders and real estate experts agree that the state simply isn’t building enough homes to keep up with its booming population and economic growth.

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Rockets Twitter reacts as Jabari Smith Jr. beats Pelicans at buzzer

Jabari Smith Jr. beat the buzzer versus New Orleans to give the #Rockets a third straight win, and it was a wild scene at Toyota Center. Here’s how it played out in real-time.

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Expert trashes Houston school takeover

By the state’s own standards, the Houston school system is not failing

Salon

Texans scouting boss James Liipfert mum on draft evaluations of quarterback

Houston Texans assist director of scouting and college scouting director James Liipfert gave just generalities when asked about QB evaluations.

USA Today Sports Media Group

The Selection Committee Blew It for No. 1 Seed Houston

The Cougars take on No. 9 seed Auburn in the second round, which will essentially be a home game for the Tigers in Birmingham.

Sports Illustrated

The state takeover of Houston public schools is about more than school improvement

When the state of Texas took over Houston’s public school district on March 15, 2023, it made the district one of more than 100 school districts in the nation that have experienced similar state takeovers during the past 30 years.

The Conversation

Pelicans at Rockets: Friday’s lineups, injury reports, broadcast and stream info

Kevin Porter Jr. and the #Rockets have yet to win three straight games this season, but they’ll have an opportunity Friday when a struggling Pelicans squad visits Houston.

USA Today Sports Media Group

What happens when Texas takes over a school district like Houston ISD

When do state takeovers of Texas public schools or districts happen? How long can they last? We provide answers to some of the questions surrounding the takeover of Houston ISD.

The Texas Tribune

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How to watch and stream the XFL game tonight

Thursday Night Football! Wade Phillips and the Houston Roughnecks will aim to improve to 5-0 in the XFL tonight.

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As wins mount, Stephen Silas sees young Rockets building consistency

“I’m seeing some consistency as far as where the ball needs to get, when it needs to get there, and who we are as a team,” says Stephen Silas, whose #Rockets are 4-3 in their last seven games.

Salon

"Outrage" over Houston school takeover

"Politically motivated" takeover will "worsen inequities and disenfranchise Houston voters," critics say

The Texas Tribune

Houston language advocates race to keep their one small request from disappearing in Capitol bedlam

Woori Juntos began the legislative session hoping to win over a majority of legislators to their cause — making it easier for Texans who speak no or limited English to communicate with state agencies and access crucial services. First, they needed a lawmaker to file their bill.

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Rockets 114, Lakers 110: Kevin Porter Jr. leads Houston to fourth win in seven games

Kevin Porter Jr. led the way with an efficient 27 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists as an improving Houston squad defeated the Lakers to secure its fourth win in seven games. #Rockets

Los Angeles Times

Short-handed Lakers fall short against Western Conference-worst Rockets

HOUSTON — At the end of the Lakers’ bench sat Anthony Davis and LeBron James, both of them dressed in their gear, both unable to help their teammates because of injuries.

The Texas Tribune

Houston ISD families blast the state’s takeover of the district as an intervention that won’t improve student learning

Parents and students of the Houston Independent School District decried the state’s decision to take control of the school system. Despite the news, many questions remain about how it would affect them.

Sports Illustrated

Mattress Mack Has Bet Over $4 Million on Houston in March Madness

The Houston furniture mogul is going all in on the Cougars to win the men’s NCAA tournament.

Los Angeles Times

NCAA Tournament bracket picks: J. Brady McCollough’s prediction for every game

LOS ANGELES — UCLA and USC won’t be making the trip to Houston, but the Final Four won’t be short on intrigue. Can the hometown Cougars cut down the nets for the first time in school history? Can Alabama and the murder investigation hovering over this year’s tournament be removed…

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Mattress Mack tossed a combined $4.05 million on Houston to win March Madness and the payout is astronomical

Mattress Mack is ready to fill up some more wheelbarrows with cash

USA Today Sports Media Group

Browns signee Ogbonnia Okoronkwo expresses gratitude to the Houston Texans

The new Browns pass rusher thanks Houston for all they did for him.

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